Senior Project Finance Analyst

HNTB Corporation; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation, based in Chicago, is seeking a Project Analyst to provide comprehensive financial guidance across the project lifecycle. You will model margins, review contracts, and manage cash flow, invoicing, and cost controls to drive project profitability.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of finance or 9 years of related experience, plus strong Excel and GAAP knowledge to support medium to large projects and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of financial, project accounting/analysis experience, or 9 years of financial, project accounting/analysis experience in lieu of education
• Strong understanding of GAAP and project finance processes
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis; ability to read contracts and identify opportunities

Responsibilities

• Support all financial aspects across the project lifecycle, including budgeting and cost controls.
• Review client contracts and payment terms to optimize revenue and cash performance.
• Forecast EAC and analyze variances; prepare reports for leadership.
• Ensure accurate invoicing and alignment of the PM system with contracts.
• Collaborate with project managers and cash teams to resolve billing issues.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Revenue recognition

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Contract terms understanding

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Excel

Enterprise reporting system

Project management system

Job description

HNTB Corporation, based in Chicago, is seeking a Project Analyst to provide comprehensive financial guidance across the project lifecycle. You will model margins, review contracts, and manage cash flow, invoicing, and cost controls to drive project profitability.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of finance or 9 years of related experience, plus strong Excel and GAAP knowledge to support medium to large projects and mentor junior staff.